The government has announced plans to revise the monthly stipend provided to students pursuing higher education abroad, aiming to better reflect rising living costs and tuition-related expenses. Officials said the review is part of a broader effort to ensure that sponsored students are able to focus on their studies without undue financial pressure, especially amid global inflation and fluctuating exchange rates.
According to education ministry sources, the revised stipend structure will take into account the cost of living in different host countries, including accommodation, food, health insurance, and local transportation. The update is expected to benefit students enrolled in priority fields such as science, technology, engineering, medicine, and public policy, where overseas training is considered vital for national development.
The stipend adjustment follows feedback from students and academic institutions, many of whom have highlighted that the existing allowance no longer covers basic expenses in several popular study destinations. Officials said consultations are ongoing with relevant ministries and financial authorities to finalise the new rates and implementation timeline.
Once approved, the revised stipend is expected to apply to both current and newly selected government-sponsored students. Authorities said further details, including eligibility criteria and effective dates, will be announced through official channels in the coming weeks.
Govt. revising stipend for students studying abroad
